What is CVE-2023-40075?

CVE-2023-40075 is a vulnerability in the forceReplaceShortcutInner function of ShortcutPackage.java in Android that allows unlimited package registration, leading to local denial of service and a boot loop.

Who is affected by CVE-2023-40075?

Google Android is affected by CVE-2023-40075.

What is the severity of CVE-2023-40075?

CVE-2023-40075 has a severity ranking of 7, which is considered high.

How can CVE-2023-40075 be exploited?

CVE-2023-40075 can be exploited by registering unlimited packages, causing local denial of service and a boot loop.

Are user interaction required to exploit CVE-2023-40075?

No, user interaction is not needed to exploit CVE-2023-40075.

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CVE-2023-40075

medium

5.5

4/12/2023

28/8/2024

CVE-2023-40075

First published: Mon Dec 04 2023(Updated: )

In forceReplaceShortcutInner of ShortcutPackage.java, there is a possible way to register unlimited packages due to a missing bounds check. This could lead to local denial of service which results in a boot loop with no additional execution privileges needed. User interaction is not needed for exploitation.

Credit: security@android.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Google Android
Google Android	=11.0
Google Android	=12.0
Google Android	=12.1
Google Android	=13.0
Google Android	=14.0

Remedy

https://android.googlesource.com/platform/frameworks/base/+/ae768fbb9975fdab267f525831cb52f485ab0ecc

Remedy

https://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2023-12-01

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-40075?
CVE-2023-40075 is a vulnerability in the forceReplaceShortcutInner function of ShortcutPackage.java in Android that allows unlimited package registration, leading to local denial of service and a boot loop.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-40075?
Google Android is affected by CVE-2023-40075.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-40075?
CVE-2023-40075 has a severity ranking of 7, which is considered high.
How can CVE-2023-40075 be exploited?
CVE-2023-40075 can be exploited by registering unlimited packages, causing local denial of service and a boot loop.
Are user interaction required to exploit CVE-2023-40075?
No, user interaction is not needed to exploit CVE-2023-40075.

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